prepositions before particular words and expressions

(This is a list of a few expressions which often cause problems. For information about other [preposition + noun] combinations, see a good dictionary.)

at the cinema: at the theatre; at a party; at university a book by Joyce; a concerto by Mozart; a film by Fassbinder (NOT of) for ... reason My sister decided to go to America for several reasons. in pen, pencil, ink etc Please fill in the form in ink. in the rain, snow etc I like walking in the rain. in a ... voice Stop talking to me in that stupid voice. in a suit, raincoat, shirt, skirt, hat etc Who's the man in the funny hat over there? in the end = finally, after a long time In the end, I got a visa for the Soviet Union. at the end = at the point where something stops I think the film's a bit weak at the end. in time = with enough time to spare; not late I didn't get an interview because I didn't send in the form in time. on time = at exactly the right time Concerts never start on time. on the radio; on TV

Benefits of Pears

Tips for Preparing and Cooking

Fresh pears are delicious eaten as is after gently washing the skin by running it under cool water and patting it dry. Since their skin provides about half of the pears total dietary fiber as well as its antioxidant and antiinflammatory phytonutrients,, it is best to not peel the fruit but eat the entire pear. To cut the pear into pieces, you can use an apple corer, cutting from the fruits base to remove the core, and then cutting it into the desired sizes and shapes. Once cut, pears will oxidize quickly and turn a brownish color. You can help to prevent this by applying several drops of lemon, lime or orange juice to the flesh.